Legal Tech | Web Developer | Legal VA
Cagayan
Juris Doctor and Clio Certified Administrator with hands-on litigation experience and web development skills. Familiar with the practical side of legal administration, from drafting pleadings and tracking court deadlines to running client intake. No paid VA client history yet, but strong legal training, four-plus years of administrative work, and diverse technical skills put to actual use.
Cagayan State University, internship
Jun 2024 to Jun 2026
Drafted substantive court pleadings, affidavits of complaint, and legal memoranda for active civil litigation under the Supreme Court's Clinical Legal Education Program. Conducted client intake and interviews, gathering case facts and organizing evidence in preparation for trial. Managed pre-trial preparation with strict adherence to procedural rules and court-imposed deadlines, comparable to matter and deadline management in a legal practice management system. Represented clients in active court proceedings, including live cross-examinations, before the Municipal Trial Court. Developed trial strategy and case documentation for vehicular accident and other civil matters.
Provincial Board of Cagayan, contract
Jul 2022 to Present
Manage official correspondence and formal documentation for the Sangguniang Panlalawigan, ensuring accuracy and compliance with government procedural standards. Draft resolutions, memoranda, and formal letters on behalf of the office, applying precise legal and administrative language. Coordinate scheduling, meeting logistics, and follow-ups across multiple stakeholders, maintaining strict deadline and priority tracking. Organize and maintain records and case-related documents for quick retrieval and reference Support legislative workflows by liaising between officials, staff, and constituents, ensuring clear and professional communication.
Chelsea Builders, full_time
Sep 2018 to Sep 2021
Directed daily operations and site supervision for multiple construction projects, ensuring adherence to strict timelines and safety regulations. Managed end-to-end procurement processes, including sourcing materials, negotiating with suppliers, and optimizing supply chain logistics to maintain project budgets. Developed comprehensive project costings and financial forecasts, directly contributing to competitive and accurate bidding strategies. Coordinated cross-functional teams of contractors, site workers, and administrative staff, bridging the gap between field operations and back-office management.
Chelsea's Diner, full_time
Sep 2014 to Sep 2018
Directed daily operations and managed end-to-end procurement, negotiating with vendors to optimize supply chain efficiency and maintain strict inventory control. Developed comprehensive recipe costings and financial tracking systems, ensuring profitable menu generation and sustainable operating budgets. Orchestrated high-volume catering events, acting as the primary point of contact for client relations to ensure seamless execution and customer satisfaction. Spearheaded local marketing initiatives and promotional campaigns, aligning product offerings with target demographics to build brand presence.
University of the Philippines Manila, full_time
Sep 2011 to Sep 2013
Deployed custom web applications, including a comprehensive faculty database and an automated student rating system, to streamline academic evaluations and records management. Contributed to institutional e-health development initiatives, executing complex data migrations to modernize digital health and academic infrastructures. Authored extensive technical documentation and manuals to establish standardized operating procedures for newly deployed digital systems. Conducted technical research and facilitated hands-on training sessions for end-users to ensure seamless adoption of new web tools and databases across departments.